Your Brain on Food Quiz

Which component of the brain is responsible for most of its weight?

• Proteins

• Fats

• Glucose

• Micronutrients

Which essential fatty acids are linked to preventing degenerative brain conditions?

• Omega 9

• Omega 3 and 6

• Trans fats

• Saturated fats

What are the building block nutrients of growth and development?

• Micronutrients

• Fats

• Proteins and amino acids

• Carbohydrates

Which nutrients contain the precursors to neurotransmitters?

• Micronutrients

• Fats

• Proteins

• Glucose

Which type of carbohydrates causes a rapid release of glucose into the blood?

• All of the above

• Fiber

• Sugar

• Starch

What do antioxidants in fruits and vegetables do for the brain?

• Increase blood sugar levels

• Cause mental decline

• Strengthen the brain to fight off free radicals

• Destroy brain cells

Which minerals are fundamental to brain health and early cognitive development?

• Folate, Niacin, Riboflavin, Thiamine

• Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin K

• Iron, Copper, Zinc, Sodium

• Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, Phosphorus

What percentage of our energy resources does the human brain use?

• 15%

• 20%

• 5%

• 10%

Which type of fats are good for the brain?

• Cholesterol

• Saturated fats

• Omega 3 and 6

• Trans fats

What is the primary signal of nutrient deficiency in the brain?

• Headache

• Dizziness

• Change in mental function

• Nausea